The Evolving Leader Blog

 
Leadership Lessons from a Fetch-Loving Dog Jul 06, 2023

By Dr. Kristine Medyanik


Leadership lessons can often emerge from unexpected sources. As a dog lover myself, I have a special companion named Sabaka, a big dog who adores playing fetch. Now, you might wonder, what does this have to do with leadership? Well, Sabaka’s unwavering determination to hold
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Navigating Perception: The Challenge of Equity in Leadership Jun 13, 2023

By Dr. Kristine Medyanik


In our leadership journeys, one of the most formidable challenges we face is the realization that the perception others have of us is beyond our control. However, despite this fact, we still bear the responsibility of working towards a vision that not only appears equitable
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Leadership Development Plays an Important Role for Teenagers! Apr 12, 2023

By Dr. Kristine Medyanik


Leadership development is important for teenagers for several reasons:
  1. Personal Growth: Leadership development helps teenagers develop valuable personal skills, such as self-awareness, self-confidence, and self-motivation. It encourages them to explore their strengths an...
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How to Help Teens Be More Positive Feb 28, 2023

By Dr. Kristine Medyanik


When describing teenagers, there’s a popular image that gets used a lot. It’s that of a moody, awkward, and explosive young person. This youngster struggles with self-doubt. They think they are not good enough and that the world is against them. For that reason, they become
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Sorry Doesn’t Cut It! Feb 17, 2023

By Dr. Christine Fonner


An apology isn’t enough. Knowing how to create opportunities for repair could just save your relationship.

Have you ever had a conversation with someone or experienced a bad day that left you feeling uncomfortable, awkward, frustrated, and unsure of whether you are as close...

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Sorry, Not Sorry! Feb 16, 2023

By Dr. Christine Fonner


Why silly sorries and sorry, not sorries need to leave your vocabulary for good.

Have you ever realized how much you say the word “sorry” every day? Women tend to say sorry 25% more than men. On average, any given person says sorry 8-10 times per day.

The types of relation...

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3 Easy and Low Cost Ways to Experience Your Next Adventure Jan 28, 2023

By Dr. Christine Fonner


All of us have the desire for adventure but we are usually faced with two roadblocks right away: time and money. Here are 3 easy and low cost ways to find yourself on a new adventure.

Head out into nature.

There are a couple things I LOVE to do in the woods and out i...

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Equity & Inclusion Jan 15, 2023

By Dr. Christine Fonner


We are committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible community.

At Roam Your Soul, we are deeply committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible community. We believe that everyone, regardless of their background or identity, deserves to experi...

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What Makes YOU an Expert? Dec 22, 2022

By Dr. Christine Fonner


A challenge across all industries and all professional communities is identifying the “snake oil salesman” from actual, professional experts. Especially in service and care industries, this is an incredibly important discernment someone must be able to make because these pro
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Wondering what this Hot Girl Walk craze is all about? Oct 25, 2022

By Dr. Kristine Medyanik


When I first heard about the Hot Girl Walk trend, I immediately thought, “I’m way too old for whatever that is!” and when my 26 year old colleague asked me to create an Austin-based walk with her…I knew it must be true. But, what if I was wrong about being too old and what
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5 Ways for Leaders to Inspire Their Team Aug 22, 2022

By Dr. Kristine Medyanik


There’s a big difference between being a boss and being a leader. Anyone can be a boss, responsible for guiding their team and assigning tasks to different members of staff. But it takes something special to be a true leader.

A genuine leader inspires their team and moti...

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Motivation – Get Your Team Going! Aug 22, 2022

By Dr. Kristine Medyanik


Sometimes I imagine the cartoon of holding a treat on a stick that is forever in front of an animal keeping them moving forward. So let’s talk about the “dangling carrot.”

Motivation is such an interesting concept to me, and occasionally throughout these anecdotes I may br...

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